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FG53 UPX

2003 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2024
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,954 mi
Last recorded41,954 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 UPX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 3 Oct 2023 41,954 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 38,592 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 35,379 miles

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 32,153 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 29,716 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 26,968 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 24,617 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 23,013 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 22,298 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 21,566 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 20,843 miles

N/S/F tyre 1.6mm,O/S/F tyre 2mm

Pass 19 Oct 2012 20,077 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 19,296 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 18,413 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 16,901 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 15,352 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 14,018 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 11,903 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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FG53 UPX is a 2003 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 47,451 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG53 UPX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG53 UPX registered?

FG53 UPX is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is FG53 UPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG53 UPX shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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